Why First United Methodist Church??
We joined FUMC almost 30 years ago when our children were pre-schoolers. We had visited other churches and attended sporadically in our hometown, but wanted our children to grow up in a church they could call their own .Immediately we were welcomed and encouraged to participate in church activities.
Through the years we have been active in Christian Education, VBS, Summer Games, Mens Fraternity,the music ministry and numerous committees along the way. We’ve enjoyed Bible studies, Sunday School classes and many programs through our small group participation. Our current involvement mainly is in the chancel choir and we are facilitators for the Marriage Essentials class.
Through each phase of our lives, from being parents of preschoolers to now having grandchildren who are in preschool , we have always found a place to participate here at FUMC. The best part of having Christian friends is that you not only get to enjoy them ,you get to learn from them. We would encourage you to jump in and get involved--that’s how you get to know people and how they get to know you.
~ Kurt and Terri Musser
When asked to respond to the question, “Why First United Methodist Church?” the answer is really very simple. God, in His loving and infinite wisdom, led us to this church when we moved here almost 18 years ago. We really weren’t looking for a church, even though both of us had been born and raised in the Methodist Church, but God used His children at FUMC to “invite” our family into the fellowship of this congregation.
“Hey! Do you want to join confirmation with me?”
“How about teaching a Sunday School class?”
“You have to go to Summer Games! It is the absolute best camp!”
“How would you like to drive kids to Branson for a weekend?”And the list of invitations goes on and on. Every invitation offers the opportunity to serve others, to fellowship with others, to worship with others, to love others and to walk closely with our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
God, in His merciful goodness, led us to First United Methodist Church in Marion. This church has always been a part of His plan for our lives. He knew that we would celebrate many joys and blessings in our lives, and the folks at FUMC would celebrate with us! He also knew there would be difficult times of trial, and our friends in Christ at FUMC would lift us in prayer and hold us up. He alone knew that we, the folks who attend FUMC, would serve together to build His Earthly Kingdom.
“Why First United Methodist Church?” Because being a part of FUMC is a part of God’s plan for many, and He is counting on us to extend the invitation to others.
~ Chuck & Sherry Alexander
We moved to Marion 5 years ago and just recently had our first child Addison on Christmas Eve of last year. We had decided that we wanted our daughter to grow up in the church and have the same opportunities that we had. We visited a few churches but from the first time we came to FUMC we knew we were part of the family. Everyone we have met has been very helpful and welcoming. We were amazed at how many different opportunities FUMC has given us to explore our faith. We are all looking forward to our family growing in faith with FUMC and becoming even more of a part of the church.
~ Jason, Dani, and Addison Showalter
~Nate Stouder
First United Methodist Church
1298 Seventh Avenue
Marion, Iowa 52302
(319) 377-4856